the pre-new year reset plan

Today I’m joined by corporate professional and content creator, Rachel Gordon, also known as Personally Rachel, for a conversation about ambition, balance and building a life that feels aligned. We talk about the realities of balancing multiple passions, and how Rachel approaches prioritizing what matters most in different seasons of life. She also shares more about her “well-paid and plugged” philosophy and what it has looked like to create a lifestyle rooted in intention, growth and connection. Tune in for more and connect with Rachel – @personallyrachel on all social platforms.++Rachel Gordon, Personally Rachel, originally from Philadelphia is in her thirties, thoughtfully building a life that reflects both ambition and ease: where a high-impact career, creative expression, and personal milestones exist in harmony. She leads advertising partnerships at Uber, overseeing multimillion-dollar global relationships and shaping how brands connect with audiences at scale.Her career spans tech startups and entertainment media companies across New York and Los Angeles and even a nearly ten year run of her own creative brand agency — grounding her tenure at the intersection of brand, culture, and commerce, with a distinct focus on strategy and storytelling.Alongside her corporate work, Rachel shares a curated view into her life spanning career growth, financial independence, beauty, home, and wedding planning. Her content is defined by a refined yet relatable perspective, offering a modern blueprint for women who desire both excellence and intention in how they live.She is currently planning a destination wedding on Martha’s Vineyard, approaching it as both a personal celebration and a reflection of legacy, design, and modern Black love as she enters the next era of her life. She is committed to building a life she loves and supporting every woman doing the same, along the way.

True success isn't just about talent, it's about the energy you bring to the table. In today’s special guest episode of Let's Have Breakfast, I’m sitting down with a true legend, global makeup artist and creative director, Sir John. Most people stay stuck in the past, but Sir John explains why true longevity is about the art of the pivot. From his beginnings in Harlem to becoming an international icon working with the likes of Beyoncé, Naomi Campbell, Joan Smalls and countless other stars, Sir John’s journey is a masterclass in resilience and innovation. We’re moving past the surface and diving deep into vibrational alignment, protecting your energy in a competitive industry and the power of relentless reinvention. If you’re a creative feeling stuck in the noise or simply ready to tap into your own magic, this conversation is your roadmap to playing big and leaving a mark that lasts.In this episode, we cover:Vibrational Alignment – how your frequency dictates your opportunitiesStaying ahead of the curve in fashion and beautyHow to guard your energy in competitive spacesUnderstanding the "why" behind what we wearWhy being yourself is your only real competitionLearn more about 'dopamine glam': https://www.healthcentral.com/mental-health/sir-john-dopamine-glamStay up to date on all things Let's Have Breakfast @breakfast.pod on Instagram!

Your dream life requires a level of audacity that might make you (and others) a little uncomfortable. In today’s episode of Let's Have Breakfast, I’m diving deep into why being "audacious" is the secret ingredient to turning your can'ts into cans, and your dreams into plans.This year we are moving past the fear of rejection, and leaning into being told 'no,' until it's a 'yes.'

Your dream life isn't going to happen by accident. It’s built brick by brick, through the intentional decisions you make every single day. Today we're walking through the five pillars needed to build your dream life from scratch. Stop waiting for the perfect time and start building the foundation for your dream life now!

Is your brain hardwired to expect the worst? 🧠In this episode of Let's Have Breakfast, we're diving deep into the "Negativity Bias," a survival instinct that keeps us focused on what could go wrong instead of what could go right. If you’ve been feeling stuck in a cycle of scarcity or anxiety, it’s time to rewire your brain for abundance.This episode shares practical tools to help you pivot from "survival mode" to "success mode," including how to script your future, create an "evidence folder" of wins and set boundaries that protect your peace.

"Luck is what happens at the intersection of opportunity and preparedness." In this episode of Let's Have Breakfast, I’m joined by the incredible Molly Whiting (They/Them), Content Creator, Photographer and Media Host who has worked with everyone from NBC and Hulu to being published in Vogue.We’re diving deep into the reality of the "creative dream." We talk about how everything in your life can change in just 365 days, how to navigate the comparison trap as a creator and the scary but necessary step of dropping your ego to actually make your dreams come true.Whether you’re feeling stuck in your hometown or trying to imagine your "best-case scenario," this conversation is a reminder that you are closer than you think.

"Why can't I just get it together?" We’ve all asked ourselves that during challenging seasons. Whether you’re navigating a loss, a career shift, or just feeling the weight of the world, the pressure to "stay perfect" and "bounce back" immediately is exhausting.In today’s episode of Let's Have Breakfast, I’m getting vulnerable about my own journey from the past year. We’re moving past forced perfection and talking about how to actually process heavy emotions without the guilt, and how to make an actionable plan when you have zero energry.If you’re in a season where you feel like you’re just holding on, this is your sign to give yourself grace. If this episode helped you, please subscribe and share it with someone who needs to hear this today. We’re in this together!

2026 is knocking at our door! I don't know about you, but this year wrung me out to dry. on today's episode, we're diving into a few strategies that will help you start the new year on the right foot.

SURPRISE! This is something special for the audio only listeners.At the end of every year, I like to take the time to reflect on everything that happened. 2025 was truly a "wtf just happened" kind of year. Here's some tea on what I had going on BTS.

We have less than three weeks before we're propelled into a new year. You don't have to have it all figured out by January 1, but now is the time to start thinking about your new year so it doesn't sneak up on you!I am a firm believer in thinking that every great year come from creating a vision board. So let's chat the step-by-step method to creating your 2026 vision board to build your dream year.And if you need further help getting started, I created a Vision Board Intentions worksheet for you to set your goals and build the foundation for your vision board.